1996 BMW 332 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 960 kg more than 1996 BMW 332.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 332 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
